The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the official notification for Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 13/2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 300 vacancies in the Prosecution Directorate, Home Department of Bihar. Interested candidates with an LLB degree can apply online before the deadline. Don’t miss this opportunity to secure a prestigious Bihar Government Law Officer job.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 27 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 March 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 20 March 2026 |
| Admit Card | To Be Notified |
| Exam Date (Tentative) | 15 July 2026 |
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / Female / Other Reserved: ₹100
- Payment Method: Online via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI.
Post Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Age Limit | Minimum Education Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) | 300 | 21–37 Years (UR Male) 40 Years (UR Female / BC / EBC) 42 Years (SC/ST) | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university and eligibility for Advocate registration |
Age relaxation will be provided as per Bihar Government rules.
Category Wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (General) | 129 |
| EWS | 29 |
| OBC (BC) | 25 |
| EBC | 64 |
| SC | 42 |
| ST | 7 |
| BC Female | 4 |
| Total | 300 Posts |
Around 35% seats are reserved for women candidates as horizontal reservation.
Exam Syllabus & Pattern (Brief)
The BPSC APO selection process generally includes the following stages:
Preliminary Examination
- Objective Type Questions
- Subjects:
- General Studies
- Law Subjects (IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act)
- Total Marks: 150
- Duration: 2 Hours
Main Examination
- Descriptive papers related to law and prosecution work
Interview / Viva Voce
Candidates must qualify each stage to be selected for the final merit list.
Important Links
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Short Notice | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Bihar BPSC Official Website | Click Here |